Key Facts

Remote From:

Freelance

Junior (1-2 years)

English

1+ year of experience with at least one backend language (Node.js, Python, Go, Java, or C#).
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
Experience with relational and/or non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB).
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container/orchestration tools and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs.
Ensure system scalability, security, and performance.
Collaborate with frontend developers and other team members to define and integrate APIs.
Troubleshoot and debug backend systems, ensuring high availability.

Job description

Junior Backend Developer

Location: Remote in Latam
Job Type: Full-Time Employee or Contractor
Contract Type: Full-time Colombian Labor Contract

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs.
Ensure system scalability, security, and performance.
Collaborate with frontend developers and other team members to define and integrate APIs.
Troubleshoot and debug backend systems, ensuring high availability.
Write clean, maintainable code following best practices.
Contribute to code reviews and technical discussions.

Technical Requirements

+1 year of experience with at least one backend language (Node.js, Python, Go, Java, or C#).
Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and integration patterns.
Experience with relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or non-relational databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB).
Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container/orchestration tools.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).

General Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Fluent English (B2+), both written and spoken.
Proactive communication, problem-solving mindset, and ability to work in Agile teams.
Reliable internet connection and ability to work in distributed teams.